Raducanu vs Gauff Live result: Brit suffers straight sets of defeat in the Italian open

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Gauff is on the winner of Clara Tauson and Mirra Andreeva then.

A semi-final collision against Aryna Sabalenka stays on the cards.

Home favorite Jasmine Paolini is the highest seed that remains on the other half of the draw after the defeat of Iga Swiateek against Danielle Collins.

Gauff’s immediate response

Speaking with Sky Sports, Gauff said she would give her performance a number.

She added: “Hard circumstances it was super windy, it’s a dry court. But I played on it yesterday, I knew what to expect.

“Emma is a tough opponent, regardless of the surface.

“I am very happy with how I played. I get better with every game.

“Madrid [where she made the final this month] Was stepped in the right direction.

“Today my forehand was a big weapon and I set up for many short balls.”